The Other Side of Sadness: What the New Science of Bereavement Tells Us About Life After Loss

Bonanno, George A.

ISBN 10: 1541699378 / ISBN 13: 9781541699373

Published by Basic Books, 2019

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Synopsis:

A renowned psychologist reveals the power of human resilience in dealing with grief and loss.

The conventional view of grieving―encapsulated by the famous five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance―is defined by a mourning process that we can only hope to accept and endure. In The Other Side of Sadness, psychologist and emotions expert George Bonanno argues otherwise. Mourning is far from predictable, and all of us share a surprising ability to be resilient. Our inborn emotions―anger and denial, but also relief and joy―help us deal effectively with loss. To expect or require only grief-stricken behavior from the bereaved does them harm. In fact, grieving goes beyond mere sadness, and it can actually deepen interpersonal connections and even lead to a new sense of meaning in life.

The Other Side of Sadness is a must-read for those going through the death of a loved one, mental health professionals, readers interested in neuroscience and positive psychology, and anyone eager to understand our ability to thrive in the face of adversity.
 

About the Author: George A. Bonanno is professor of clinical psychology and chair of the Department of Counseling and Clinical Psychology at Columbia University's Teachers College. He lives in New York City with his wife and two children.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Other Side of Sadness: What the New ...
Publisher: Basic Books
Publication Date: 2019
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: good